Cisco Systems PA-FE-FX manual Preparing for Installation, List of Parts and Tools, C H A P T E R

C H A P T E R 2

Preparing for Installation

This chapter describes the general equipment, safety, and site preparation requirements for installing the PA-FE-TX and PA-FE-FX Fast Ethernet port adapters. The chapter contains the following sections:

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List of Parts and Tools, page 2-1

Software and Hardware Requirements, page 2-2

Safety Guidelines, page 2-3

FCC Class B Compliance, page 2-6

List of Parts and Tools

You need the following tools and parts to install a port adapter. If you need additional equipment, contact a service representative for ordering information.

•PA-FE-TX(=) or PA-FE-FX(=) port adapter, and one of the following:

—VIP2-15(=), VIP2-20, VIP2-40(=), or VIP2-50(=) (For specific VIP2 model information, see the “Software and Hardware Requirements” section on page 2-2)

—Cisco 7100 series router with at least one available port adapter slot

—Cisco 7200 series router with at least one available port adapter slot

—Cisco uBR7200 series universal broadband router with at least one available port adapter slot

•Cables appropriate for the port adapter’s interfaces (RJ-45 and multimode optical fiber cables are not available from Cisco Systems; they are available from outside commercial cable vendors)

•Number 1 Phillips and a 3/16-inch, flat-blade screwdriver

•Your own ESD-prevention equipment or the disposable grounding wrist strap included with all upgrade kits, FRUs, and spares

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